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Lakers Announce New LeBron James Update Ahead of Hawks Game

Lakers Announce New LeBron James Update Ahead of Hawks Game

Summary

LeBron James has missed the start of the 2025-26 NBA season due to right-sided sciatica. The Los Angeles Lakers have announced that he has progressed to contact basketball activities and will be re-evaluated in 1-2 weeks. The Lakers, playing without James, have started the season with a strong 7-2 record.

Key Facts

  • LeBron James is recovering from right-sided sciatica.
  • He has missed the start of the 2025-26 NBA season.
  • The Lakers now say he is doing contact basketball activities.
  • James will be re-evaluated by doctors in 1-2 weeks.
  • His return could possibly be around mid-November.
  • The Lakers are currently 7-2 and have won their last five games.
  • The Lakers will play the Atlanta Hawks next, who are 4-4.
  • Hawks' player Trae Young will miss the game due to an MCL sprain.
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